Entries and Stalls Open June 15 for the Labor Day Barrel Blast Held August 28 – September 2 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

Ocala, FL – Entries and stall reservations open June 15 through Saddlebook.com for the Labor Day Barrel Blast, held from August 28 to September 2 in Indoor Arena 5 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala.  With over $38,000 in added prize money, this event is the perfect opportunity for youth and teens to showcase their skills. The Labor Day Barrel Blast will feature two dedicated categories: Youth […]Read More

Aaron Vale Flies to First Aboard Prescott in the $32,500 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2*

Ocala, FL – Top show jumping competition made a thrilling return under the lights of the WEC Grand Arena for the first feature event of the 2024 Summer Series: the $32,500 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2*. A star-studded field of 45 horse-and-rider combinations from 11 different nations competed over a challenging course designed by FEI Level III course designer Andy Christiansen (ECU). Fresh off a successful […]Read More

What’s Happening this Week at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – The 2024 Summer Series is officially underway at World Equestrian Center – Ocala with thrilling hunter/jumper competition Wednesday through Sunday through August 11. Spectators are welcome, there is no charge for admission or parking! Saturday night grand prix events are back! Join us every Saturday night at 7:30pm* for elite show jumping action under the lights in the WEC Grand Arena. Visit […]Read More

Preparing for Hurricane Season: Horse Health Documentation Required for World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – With hurricane season now underway, horse owners are urged to take proactive measures to ensure the safety and health of their animals before the need arises. As in previous seasons, World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is prepared to open its doors to evacuees and encourages horse owners to have the necessary health documentation ready before arrival. At WEC, we are committed […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala, The Equestrian Hotel and More Recognized as Gold Winners in the 2024 Best of the 352

The Best of the 352 is back for another year and World Equestrian Center – Ocala is proud to be among the winners! We’ve swept top placements across a range of categories, thanks to the support of all those who voted for us this year.  The Best of the 352 celebrates the best businesses and services in our community, based on the votes of local […]Read More

Tom Hern Appointed Director of Equestrian Operations at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – June 3, 2024 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Hern as the new Director of Equestrian Operations. With extensive experience managing horse shows and a track record of exceptional leadership, Hern brings a variety of knowledge and expertise to the role. Hern’s resume includes his tenure as Horse Show Manager at Fieldstone Show Park in […]Read More

Justine Boyer and Campanero HGF Sweep Junior CDI Division at Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* Presented by Lugano Diamonds

Ocala, FL – Competition wrapped up on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds. Winning all three of their classes this week were Justine Boyer (USA) and Campanero HGF in the Junior CDI division.  Boyer and Campanero HGF, an 11-year-old PRE gelding by Camaron IX x Adelante owned by Hampton Green Farm, closed out their week with a win […]Read More

Laliberte and Statesman Make It Two In a Row at Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* Presented by Lugano Diamonds

Ocala, FL – Naima Moreira Laliberte (CAN) and Statesman, owned by KML Inc., won their second class in a row in the Grand Prix Special CDI3* on Saturday, May 25, 2024, during the Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds. The show includes international- and national-level classes and concludes on Sunday, May 26. Laliberte and Statesman scored 70.723% for their Special victory. “My goal […]Read More

Personal Best for Chia and Guateque IV Seals Victory in Hampton Green Farms Grand Prix Freestyle CDI3* Presented by Lugano Diamonds

Ocala, FL – The Hampton Green Farms Grand Prix Freestyle CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds was the highlight event on Friday, May 24, at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) May Dressage CDI3* at WEC – Ocala. Ariana Chia (CAN) and Guateque IV, owned by Coves Darden Farm, claimed their first freestyle win together. Naima Moreira Laliberte (CAN) and Statesman, owned by KML Inc. topped the Grand Prix for Special […]Read More

Canada Sweeps Opening Classes at Hampton Green Farms World Equestrian Center May Dressage CDI3* Presented by Lugano Diamonds

Ocala, FL – The Hampton Green Farms World Equestrian Center (WEC) May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds began on Thursday, May 23, at WEC – Ocala, and Canadian riders swept top honors. Ariana Chia and Guateque IV won the Grand Prix for Freestyle CDI3*, while Jill Irving and Knight were best in the Prix St. Georges CDI1*. The Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano […]Read More